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CNN@cnn.com

One week after Elon Musk held court before the cameras during President Donald Trump’s first Cabinet meeting, many of the Senate-confirmed leaders of government departments and agencies reconvened in the Cabinet Room on Thursday for a different kind of discussion.

cnn.comTrump tells Cabinet members they’re in charge of staffing as business leaders and Republicans complain about Musk | CNN PoliticsOne week after Elon Musk held court before the cameras during President Donald Trump’s first Cabinet meeting, many of the Senate-confirmed leaders of government departments and agencies reconvened in ...

CNN@cnn.com

The Trump White House said The Associated Press is banned from the Oval Office and Air Force One indefinitely over its use of 'Gulf of Mexico':

cnn.comThe White House bans the AP indefinitely over the use of ‘Gulf of Mexico’ | CNN BusinessThe Trump White House said Friday that The Associated Press is banned from the Oval Office and Air Force One indefinitely.

CNN@cnn.com

President Trump says the US "will take over" the Gaza Strip, after earlier saying he doesn't think there is a permanent future for Palestinians in Gaza.

cnn.comTrump says Palestinians should leave Gaza permanently and US will ‘take over’ strip | CNN PoliticsPresident Donald Trump said Tuesday that the US “will take over” the Gaza Strip, after saying earlier that he doesn’t think there is a permanent future for Palestinians in Gaza.

CNN@cnn.com

60 passengers and four crew were on board American Airlines jet that collided with Army Black Hawk helicopter in Washington, DC. Follow live updates.

cnn.comLive updates: American Airlines plane crash near Washington, DC; Reagan National Airport takeoffs and landings halted | CNNA passenger aircraft crashed into the Potomac River near Reagan National Airport outside of Washington, DC, after it collided midair with a helicopter as it approached the runway, according to the Fed...

Los Angeles Times@latimes.com

Interstate 5 is being closed in both directions along its Grapevine section due to the Hughes fire north of Castaic. The 45-mile section of roadway connects Los Angeles County with the San Joaquin Valley.

latimes.comL.A. fire live updates: Hughes fire breaks out north of Castaic, evacuations orderedAmid an extended red flag warning, a new fire exploded north of Castaic. Evacuations were ordered after 11 a.m. Wind gusts reached 31 mph Wednesday afternoon in the area and are expected to increase over the next several hours.

The New Republic@newrepublic.com

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, Donald Trump’s pick for secretary of homeland security, got some heat for rattling off dubious statistics during her Senate confirmation hearing Friday.

newrepublic.comTrump’s DHS Pick Roasted for Making Up Crime Numbers in HearingKristi Noem was called out for trying to fear-monger about immigration.

The Wall Street Journal@wsj.com

Marketers say they're “nervous“ and “devastated“ about losing TikTok, but are making plans for life after it goes dark in the U.S.

wsj.comMarketers Say ‘There’s No Substitute’ for TikTok. Here’s What They’ll Try Anyway.Brands lay plans to bring their TikTok voice to vertical-video alternatives, ask followers to join their email lists and even look to TikTok U.K.

CNBC@cnbc.com

President Joe Biden delivered his farewell speech from the Oval Office, zeroing in on perceived threats to democracy and society, including an “oligarchy,” climate change and aspects of technology.

cnbc.comBiden argues 'oligarchy,' social media are threats to democracy in farewell speechThe president criticized social media platforms, saying they no longer fact-check.

Live 5 News@live5news.com

BREAKING NEWS: Report: Mysterious $1.8B surplus reported in SC coffers doesn’t exist #scnews

live5news.comReport: Mysterious $1.8B surplus reported in SC coffers doesn’t existGov. Henry McMaster has responded to a forensic accounting report that found a reported surplus of $1.8 billion never actually existed.

Live 5 News@live5news.com

Back in October, Biden referred to Trump’s supporters as “garbage,” prompting Trump to climb into the passenger seat of a garbage truck.

live5news.comThe garbage truck Trump rode in will be at his inauguration ceremonyThe garbage truck that President-elect Donald Trump rode in as a comeback to remarks by President Joe Biden will make an appearance at Monday’s inauguration.

The Washington Post@washingtonpost.com

TikTok inched closer to a nationwide shutdown after the Supreme Court did not rule on the ban-or-sale law targeting the app early Wednesday, leaving the platform in limbo, with President-elect Donald Trump’s vague pledge to “save” it the last likely refuge.

washingtonpost.comTikTok races toward a ban as Supreme Court — and Trump — weigh its fateJustices did not issue a ruling in the closely watched case over a potential ban, dialing up intrigue over the app’s fate.

The New York Times@nytimes.com

The evidence in the case of Donald Trump illegally seeking to cling to power after losing the 2020 election would have been sufficient to convict him, had his 2024 win not made it impossible for the prosecution to continue, Jack Smith, the special counsel, said in a final report.

nytimes.comSpecial Counsel Report Says Trump Would Have Been Convicted in Election CaseThe report, which said the special counsel’s office stood “fully behind” the merits of the prosecution, amounted to an extraordinary rebuke of the president-elect.

The New Republic@newrepublic.com

With the windfall of cash, and the ability to keep raking it in, Trump can punish his foes and help keep Republicans in Congress. He can position himself as kingmaker, not only for his four years in office, but long afterward if he so chooses.

newrepublic.comTrump Is Being Flooded With Disturbing Amount of CashDonald Trump is sitting on a giant stockpile of cash, as donors of every stripe bow down to him.

Ars Technica@arstechnica.com

The lawsuit comes during the waning days of the Biden administration, and the next administration is less likely to aggressively pursue a charge against Musk.

arstechnica.comSEC sues Elon Musk, says he cheated Twitter investors out of $150 millionSEC: Late disclosure helped Musk buy Twitter shares at $150 million discount.

NPR@npr.org

A network of rescue groups are caring for animals affected by wildfires still burning in the Los Angeles area. A multi-state operation is under way to help relieve local animal shelters.

npr.orgPhotos: Southern California pets receive aid from rescue groupsA network of rescue groups are caring for animals affected by wildfires still burning in the Los Angeles area. A multi-state operation is under way to help relieve local animal shelters.

Ukrainska Pravda 🇺🇦@pravda.ua

🛑 Biden officially confirms Israel-Hamas ceasefire and hostage deal

pravda.com.uaBiden officially confirms Israel-Hamas ceasefire and hostage dealUS President Joe Biden has confirmed that a ceasefire and hostage release agreement has been reached between Hamas terrorists and Israel.

CNN@cnn.com

Confirmation hearings for President-elect Trump's Cabinet continued for a second day, with still more contentious hearings yet to come

cnn.itTakeaways from the second day of Trump Cabinet confirmation hearings | CNN PoliticsDonald Trump’s Cabinet nominees for key roles in the intelligence, foreign policy and law enforcement agencies all pledged to keep politics out of their offices amid concerns from Democrats that the p...

CNN@cnn.com

"Donald Trump has spent weeks preparing a shock and awe start to his second term," writes Stephen Collinson. "But the new president will walk back into the Oval Office next week with a crisis over the raging wildfires in Los Angeles threatening to distract attention from his big moment." | Analysis

cnn.comTrump’s second term will begin with a crisis that will test his leadership skills | CNN PoliticsDonald Trump has spent weeks preparing a shock and awe start to his second term.

CNN@cnn.com

Pete Hegseth, President-elect Trump's pick for defense secretary, faces tough questions at his Senate confirmation hearing. Follow live updates: cnn.it/4hg6dmo

cnn.itPete Hegseth will face Senate in confirmation hearing today in bid for defense secretary: Live updates | CNN PoliticsPresident-elect Donald Trump’s Cabinet picks will appear before Senate committees this week as the confirmation process kicks off. Pete Hegseth, Pam Bondi and Marco Rubio among other selections will b...

CNN@cnn.com

Former first lady Michelle Obama will not attend Donald Trump's inauguration next week, her office said, without providing an explanation for her decision. cnn.it/40f2sH8

cnn.itMichelle Obama to skip Trump inauguration | CNN PoliticsFormer first lady Michelle Obama will not attend Donald Trump’s inauguration next week, her office said Tuesday, without providing an explanation for her decision.

CNN@cnn.com

Less than a month before fires swept across Los Angeles, a group of longtime firefighters gathered at City Hall to plead for more resources. One revealed that million-dollar fire trucks sat idle because budget cuts had shrunk the number of mechanics available to fix them. Read more: cnn.it/4gL2spj

Mother Jones@motherjones.com

Now imagine if a Democrat president-elect said something similar about a Republican state in need…

motherjones.comWill Trump Withhold Disaster Aid to California?Gov. Gavin Newsom says he fears Trump will reverse President Biden's commitment to federal aid for the state in the wake of the devastating LA wildfires.

NBC News@nbcnews.com

People who have lost their homes in the Los Angeles wildfires are struggling to find affordable short-term housing — a challenge made worse by an outbreak of price gouging by some property owners.

nbcnews.comDisplaced Los Angeles-area residents face spiking rents as authorities warn of price gougingThe ongoing wildfires have set off a stampede to find housing, leading some homeowners and property managers to raise rents higher than the 10% allowed during emergencies.

jer-1972.bsky.social@jer-1972.bsky.social

That might be hard to prove. I'm a retired public safety officer, and that means police and fire. First of all still to dangerous to go in. Next you need to find the point orgin. Could be anywhere utility pole, substation etc 🤔

CNN@cnn.com

Days after “The Hills” alums Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt lost their home in the Palisades Fire, Montag’s followers are showing up to support her by streaming her music.

cnn.itHeidi Montag’s music tops iTunes charts after ‘Hills’ alum loses home in LA wildfire | CNNDays after “The Hills” alums Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt lost their home in the Palisades Fire that has burned through Los Angeles since last week, Montag’s followers are showing up to support her ...

Los Angeles Times@latimes.com

A trio of lawsuits were filed Monday accusing Southern California Edison of sparking the Eaton fire — one of the deadly blazes that broke out last week amid a historic windstorm and destroyed hundreds of homes. www.latimes.com/california/s...

latimes.comFour lawsuits filed against Southern California Edison over Eaton fireThe court filings blame the utility for the fire despite the fact that the blaze's cause is still under investigation.

Bryan I.@bryan-i-photo.bsky.social

One of my favorite images from 2024. The Soul Nebula, located in the constellation Cassiopeia. #astronomy #Photography #space #bluesky

CNN@cnn.com

Hamas is expected to release 33 hostages during the first phase of an emerging ceasefire agreement, according to two Israeli officials: cnn.it/40trNhU

cnn.itHamas expected to release 33 hostages in first phase of emerging deal, Israeli official says | CNNHamas is expected to release 33 hostages during the first phase of an emerging ceasefire agreement being finalized by negotiators in Doha, two Israeli officials said.

CNN@cnn.com

In his final foreign policy speech, President Biden heralded what he views as his administration's triumphs, but warned authoritarian states are "aligning more closely with one another" cnn.it/40bPWrL

The Trace@thetrace.org

“If we stop our momentum now, my deep fear and concern is that firearm violence is just going to increase again.”

thetrace.orgBulletin: With Potential Funding Cuts Looming, Chicago Gun Violence Prevention Leaders Consider the Future“If we stop our momentum now, my deep fear and concern is that firearm violence is just going to increase again.”

Heatmap News@heatmap.news

How will climate tech startups, "either born directly out of or buoyed by IRA incentives," survive under Trump? @kbrigham.bsky.social tackles that complicated question below, with input from leaders at Crux, Quilt, and Watershed:

heatmap.newsClimate Tech Companies Plan For Survival Under TrumpThey grew up on Biden-era climate regulations and tax credits. What happens now?

Ars Technica@arstechnica.com

This is the sixth recall affecting the model-year 2024 Cybertruck to be issued since January.

arstechnica.comTesla is recalling 2,431 Cybertrucks, and this time there’s no software fixOwners of the affected trucks will require replacement hardware.

Bloomberg News@bloomberg.com

New: President-elect Donald Trump says he is nominating Matt Gaetz to be attorney general

bloomberg.comTrump Taps Loyalist Lawmaker Matt Gaetz for Attorney GeneralPresident-elect Donald Trump says he is nominating Matt Gaetz to be attorney general, tapping a staunch conservative lawmaker to reshape US law enforcement and carry out his agenda on immigration, cri...